Health Strat is an indigenous public
health organization specializing in designing and implementing innovative
health systems solutions.
Health Strat implements donor funded
programs in HIV/TB/RMNCAH/FP at both national and county levels.
We are inviting applications from
experienced and qualified individuals for the below key positions for an
anticipated USAID-funded HIV service delivery project in Kenya.
These positions will be based in
Nairobi, Coast and Western regions of Kenya.
Recruitment and selection of the
final applicants is subject to USAID approval.
Director of Finance & Administration
Role & Purpose: Reporting to
the COP, the Director of Finance and Administration (DFA) will ensure timely
and accurate financial and administrative management and reporting to the donor
and project team. S/he will be responsible for the oversight of budgeting,
monitoring and performance of the project.
The DFA will also ensure financial
systems and reports are compatible with standard accounting practices and
follow USAID rules and regulations. S/he will provide capacity building,
coaching and mentoring of finance staff and partners, by developing learning
activities and materials to support capacity building.
Primary Responsibilities:
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Ensure sound financial policies and
procedures are in place for proper management of project resources in
compliance with USAID rules and regulations
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Ensure timely and accurate financial
and administrative reporting of the project compliant with USAID rules and
regulations, and terms and conditions of the award
·
Maintain and administer a financial
accounting and bookkeeping system required to assure the integrity and
effective performance of financial operations and prepare monthly reports
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Oversee project’s day-to-day cash
needs, payments, reviewing/processing invoices, operation systems travel and
logistics while ensuring cost efficiency.
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Maintain an asset register.
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Provide guidance to project team
members regarding the financial requirements of the project and office
operations in compliance with USAID rules and regulations.
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Lead the development, monitoring, and
review of project budgets; conduct monthly financial analysis and budget vs.
expense reports to determine reasonableness of variances and take appropriate
actions, as required in consultation with COP.
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Facilitate the work of internal and
external audits and ensure that financial records are properly maintained and
readily available during audits.
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Ensure that USAID resources are
appropriately directed to project priorities and are in line with project work
plans.
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Mentor, support, supervise and manage
a team of finance and administration staff.
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Ensure that human resources and
administrative policies and procedures are in place for the project and staff
are in compliance.
Person Specifications:
Minimum Academic Qualifications
·
Master’s degree in Business
Administration, Finance, Accounting or relevant field preferred.
·
CPAK or its equivalent
Experience & Skills:
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At least eight years of experience in
financial management for large complex projects.
·
Strong financial and operational
management experience, implementing finance and accounting policies and
procedures with proven management skills in managing a donor funded grants
project.
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Experience with financial analysis,
financial reporting, cash flow analysis, budget development and forecasting.
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Experience providing financial
planning and management, human resources and procurement for projects.
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Previous direct supervisory
experience of professional and support staff
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Knowledge of USG cost principles,
including USAID regulations, GAAP accounting rules
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Demonstrated experience organizing
resources and establishing priorities
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Demonstrated experience leading a
capacity-building approach for sub awardees, providing capacity building
assistance at individual and organizational levels.
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Subcontract or sub agreement
financial management experience.
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Knowledge of financing mechanisms –
contracts and grants and their relevant terms and conditions.
·
Strong interpersonal and
team-building skills including excellent verbal, written, and presentation
skill.
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In depth knowledge financial software
applications, databases and spreadsheets.
How to Apply
Interested candidates who meet the
criteria above are encouraged to send their application letters and detailed
CVs to recruitment@healthstrat.co.ke by May 27, 2020.
Candidates are required to indicate
the position title & the location of interest on the subject line of the
email when applying e.g. “Chief of Party, Nairobi Region”.
Only shortlisted candidates will be
contacted.
